Penetrex Pain Relief Cream – LARGE (4 Oz.) Size :: Preferred Value for Everyday Users & Medical Professionals

I thought I would be a good candidate to leave a review because I buy and own every pain cream known to science and could give a difference in comparison and to other pain creams on the market and how they work. I have cervical degenerative disk disease, fibromyalgia and rheumatoid arthritis. If it is rated good then I buy it.

There are a lot of pain cream on the market. Those that give instant relief such as Biofreeze, Icy Hot, etc. And those that provide some instant relief but work better the longer you use it. Examples include Blue Emu and Penetrex which are specifically for inflamation. It helps the nerves too by reducing the inflamation off the nerve. Penetrex and Blue emu are both more natural products that are better to use for a few weeks to see maximum benefits. You do see immediate results, enough to take the edge off but the longer you use It the better they work. This product is not a miracle but it does help. I'm only having to use it 1-2 times a day now instead of every 3-4 hours like when I first started two to three weeks ago. You need to give it time for maximum effects. I can't give the product 5 stars because it's too similar to Blue emu which is cheaper. It's also no miracle cure.. However It does work slightly better then Blue emu and the 4 ounce bottle lasts longer.

Another surprising thing is that it does help my severe herniated disks, I'm scheduled for surgery. I was told nothing would help it. In all honesty it just reduces the pain from an 8 to a 6 to take the edge off but that in itself that is fantastic for someone with spinal compression and massive disk issues. It helps my arthritis too. The disks not as much but it does help. Blue emu does about the same though but Penetrex is a tad better but not enough to justify the cost difference in my opinion. $13 vs $36. But I've only been using it for about three weeks and I'm sure the longer you use the better because a few weeks ago I was much more stiff and in a lot more pain then I am now.

Blue emu is only $13 for 4 ounces and Penetrex is $37 for 4 ounces. I think Penetrex works slightly better then Blue emu but not much. I do think it's overpriced. I do notice that the container of Penetrex lasts longer then Blue emu just because it's thicker and spreads more so that makes up for some of the price so I can get an extra 10 days approx out of Penetrex. Blue emu has no smell at all and Penetrex has a vague light peppermint smell.

I notice if you severely overuse Penetrex it can make you slightly itchy. I have sensitive skin. By that I mean applying way too much and way too often otherwise there are 0 side effects. I used it today and no itch. Penetrex and Blue emu does not cool the skin like Biofreeze or ICY HOT, it's like using a lotion but it helps which is crazy how it reaches far enough to reduce inflamation. You don't have to worry about strong odors. It's hard to fathom that something that doesn't cool or heat the skin could help but they both DO. I'm not telling you which you should purchase because I feel Penetrex works better then Blue emu but just a little, not a big difference and the cost is steep in comparison although it also lasts longer. I will say that the company Penetrex does give a no questions asked refund if you are not happy you can request an immediate refund so they stand behind there product 100%. If you are in severe pain (stiffness and burning) like I was I highly recommend rotating ICY HOT or BIOFREEZE with either Blue Emu or Penetrex inflamation cream for maximum benefits. I think BIOFREEZE or ICY HOT will take more of the edge off to give the Blue emu or Penetrex time to really kick in. Both do work immediately but the longer you use It the better and you will notice you don't need it as often. Just as anti inflamitory meds work immediately , they also work better the longer you use them as does both Penetrex and Blue emu.

When I first developed the herniation I had not heard of Penetrex. I was using ICY HOT and rotating with Blue Emu to maximize effects. I swore ICY HOT was better then Blue emu, at least somewhat better and cheaper. It took Blue emu time to really start helping, although it helped immediately to take the edge off but not a ton. Each day I noticed more relief. Then Google and Amazon brought me to Penetrex so I wanted to try it as it was the number one best seller. What I do right now is the days I have less pain I do Blue emu and days I have more pain I do Penetrex. When I run out of Penetrex I may stick to just Blue emu. A month ago I was in such bad shape I was using Blue emu and Icy hot in rotation every few hours and that's when I decided to buy Penetrex and started using ALL 3 in rotation. That may seem crazy but when you are in that much pain you will do anything. Now I'm only using Penetrex every few days and Blue emu daily unless I over do it and the pain flares up too much then I use Penetrex.

Note: The box says to not use product after too much physical exertion or after hot baths which is confusing. I see that as not happening for me so I broke the rule but I was slightly paranoid. Lol. I take hot epsom salt baths twice a week. I did use this after my bath with no effects outside slight itching/warming feeling on my neck. Blue emu does the same only if I use after a hot bath. Seeing as these do not normally warm or cool on the skin but only happens after a hot bath for me is a little odd. Lol. But I didn't have any crazy side effects. I also use this after cleaning the house and haven't noticed any side effects. Only after my hot baths. A little warm on my neck after applying it which lasts for about 10 minutes..

This was definitely the longest review I've ever written but I felt the need to share the difference in these creams and also explain some in how they work different from other creams that cool or heat the skin. The main reason is because I read too many reviews which did not even give the product time to work before saying it's a scam etc. I'm a real buyer and it's not a scam. It's no miracle either but it does help a good 20% of the pain for severe pain and at least 50% for mild to moderate pain. I find both Penetrex and Blue emu the best on the market you can buy followed by BIOFREEZE then lastly ICY HOT. My top 3 in order is #1 PENETREX #2. BLUE EMU, #3 BIOFREEZE. #4 ICYHOT. I read Sombra works good too But that's one I've yet to personally try. I think Biofreeze helps the muscles more and Blue emu and Penetrex helps the joints more but they help the muscles too. It does work immediately to take the edge off but again it takes a few weeks to see a better improvement and the improvement is deserving of 4 stars and if the price was lower it would get 5 stars.. But that's why to start out I recommend rotating with a cooling cream to give this time to see the best results.

My mobility is better, stiffness and I can tell the inflamation is down. It helps more then my prescription anti inflammatory. I really hope this helped your decision and gave some insight in to the different creams.. . :)

A true miracle. My best friend has said nothing but great things about this product so I figured I would give it a try. I have severe pain in my spine that radiates along my rib cage from scoliosis fibrosis and 2 herniated discs. One in my neck, and one in my lower back. After 3 car accidents, and being a contestant on the game show Wipeout, the pain from my collection of injuries I incurred is always there but sometimes gets unbearable to the point of being totally nauseated! I have tried every pill to every thing you could possibly imagine. So I thought to myself "what the heck, it's worth a shot at this price". Well, within 30 seconds up on application my pain went away about 50%!!!! I thought maybe it was my mind playing hopeful tricks on me, but no! Within 2 minutes, my pain is about 75% gone! No odor, no grease! I am in complete shock! It's been almost a couple of weeks now, and I am somewhat functionable! The effectiveness does not wear off over continued use! It is just as effective from the first time I used it till today. There is ABSOLUTELY NO DOWNSIDE TO THIS PRODUCT!!! I have not been this free of most of my pain in about 4 years! I am a 29 year old man who truly has a high tolerance for pain, I'm not a complainer, and I swear on EVERY possession I own I cried from the pain relief I received. After 4 epidurals about a year ago (to no avail), I thought the days of feeling little to no pain were gone and I was hopeless. PLEASE NOTE! I AM NOT AFFILIATED WITH THIS PRODUCT OR HAVE BENEFITTED FROM ANY COMPANIES IN ANY WAY AND WAS NOT ASKED TO LEAVE A REVIEW! THIS REVIEW IS %100 HONEST, AND INDEPENDENT! A TRUE MIRACLE! IT IS NOT TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE! I WILL HAVE THIS ON HAND WHEREVER I GO FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE. THANK YOU PENETREX!

This is the third time I've ordered Penetrex since December. I thought I'd be fine without it, but was I wrong. For the last two or three years, I've lived with intermittent severe and chronic pain in my feet caused by rheumatoid arthritis. The pain sometimes keeps from standing or walking for extended periods of time. Over the course of six or eight weeks, Penetrex has helped. It helped so much, I thought I no longer needed it. Not so. The pain is under control. I can now skip a day or two with no ill effect. When I started, I applied it four times a day. Now, usually once in the morning is fine. If i've been on my feet a great deal, I apply some at night as well. At times, my toes cramp. Massaging Penetrex into my toes and feet offers almost immediate relief. It's a good product.

I bought this after not being able to justify paying hundreds of dollars for a similar prescription cream. My expectations were very high and it has met every single expectation that I have had for this cream.

I'm in my late 20's and had back, knee and ankle inflammation that caused much pain and left me unable to do daily tasks some days. This inflammation cream really has made a difference in my life. It brings down the muscle tightness, inflammation in all areas and best of all the PAIN is reduced. This cream is an absolute miracle and will never look elsewhere, it does exactly what it says it will.

PROS:
I use it 3-4 times a day and the 4oz container lasts minimum of three weeks.
Works within seconds after applying.
Allow just 2-3 minutes to dry and it won't stain your clothes.
IT WORKS! IT WORKS! Penetrex is a wonderful and powerful cream.

CONS:
None, this is an amazing product that I will continue to use for as long as I need it.

I ordered this product as a gift for my sister. She has used Penetrex through two knee replacement surgeries, and severe hip and back pain. She says Penetrex is the only product that actually relieves her pain without resorting to prescription medications, which can become highly addictive. She recommends this product to anyone who asks for her recommendations for pain relief. THIS EXCELLENT PRODUCT PROVIDES RELIEF!!!